Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c58-14e6-71d5-a6b4-348755c98521/external-audit-services-202021-onwards-y21008 awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # External Audit Services 2020/21 Onwards Y21008 [Kent Holdco Limited](https://tendernation.io/buyers/kent-holdco-limited) Estimated value £100,000 to £450,000 Published 24 Jun 2020 Deadline Closed 27 Jul 2020 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Kent HoldCo Ltd wishes to appoint auditors for all companies within the Group to provide external audit services commencing for the financial year ended 31st March 2021. As part of the audit services provided, there may be a requirement to provide information to the auditors of the ultimate Group entity, Kent County Council. ### Technical competency Kent HoldCo is looking for an external auditor who appreciates that the Companies' ultimate parent is a Local authority, Kent County Council. Kent HoldCo is looking to work with an experienced team, with agile ways of working and efficient means of collecting evidence. The auditors should have significant experience of delivering audits in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (UK) (ISAs (UK)) and applicable law. The auditors should also have significant experience of working in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to the audit of statements in the UK, including the FRC's Ethical Standard. Additional information: This opportunity will be completed via ProContract, a site run by Proactis, the electronic tendering suite of the Kent Business Portal. 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